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Booking.com looks to expand vacation rental, flight options | PhocusWire

CEO Glenn Fogel says by enabling customers to book accommodations and flights in one platform, the company will “drive increases in customer engagement and loyalty.”

Feb 24, 2023 Read more →

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Earnings roundup: Grab, eDreams, Flight Centre | PhocusWire

Grab, eDreams and Flight Centre update on their financial progress in Q4, 2022, Q3, 2022 and H1, 2023, respectively.

Feb 24, 2023 Read more →

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1,000+ Flights Canceled As Winter Storm Olive Pummels U.S.

More than 1,000 flights scheduled to leave or arrive in the U.S. have been canceled Wednesday, according to FlightAware, as a massive storm stretching from coast to coast continues to bring heavy snow, freezing rain and gusty winds.

Feb 23, 2023 Read more →

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United announces sustainable flight fund | PhocusWire

United and its inaugural partners – Air Canada, Boeing, GE Aerospace, JPMorgan Chase and Honeywell – provided the initial investment of more then $100 million.

Feb 22, 2023 Read more →

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Flight-free travel: The best new European train routes launching in 2023 and 2024 | Euronews

A full list of new routes arranged by European country.

Feb 22, 2023 Read more →

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UK passport holders urgently warned to check expiry date before summer flights | Euronews

A complete guide to how many months you need to travel to the EU, Asia, Africa and other top holiday destinations.

Feb 22, 2023 Read more →

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Israel’s Flag Carrier To Offer Nonstop Flights From Fort Lauderdale | TravelPulse

After American Airlines’ recent announcement that it’s cutting its direct Fort Lauderdale-to-Tel Aviv route, Israeli airline El Al says it will be stepping in to satisfy demand.

Feb 20, 2023 Read more →

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Air Serbia commences direct flights to Tel Aviv - TravelDailyNews International

"Tel Aviv's return to the Air Serbia network will further enrich our offer, enabling our passengers a good connection between the Middle East and West Europe, United States of America and the Balkans,” stated Boško Rupić, General Manager Commerc

Feb 20, 2023 Read more →

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Flights Canceled Across Germany Amid Labor Union Strikes | TravelPulse

At least 300,000 passengers have already been impacted.

Feb 20, 2023 Read more →

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First Reduced CO2 Emissions Condor Flight Crosses Atlantic | TravelPulse

Condor's entire long-haul fleet will be made up of new, more eco-friendly A330neo aircraft.

Feb 20, 2023 Read more →

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Cayman Airways to relaunch nonstop flights to Panama this June - TravelDailyNews International

With its new fleet of 160-seat B737-8 jets, nonstop flights to Panama will operate year-round with seasonal adjustments, on Mondays and Thursdays during peak travel periods to allow for weekend travel or longer stays.

Feb 20, 2023 Read more →

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Airlink to reinstate Johannesburg - Nosy Be flights as it restores Madagascar service to pre-pandemic levels - TravelDailyNews International

Airlink will operate its modern Embraer E-170 twin-engine jetliners on the Nosy Be service.

Feb 20, 2023 Read more →

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Air Serbia commemorates 95 years since Aaeroput’s first flight - TravelDailyNews International

In 2022, Air Serbia carried a total of 2.76 million passengers on scheduled and charter flights.

Feb 20, 2023 Read more →

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How to save money on business class flights to Greece - TravelDailyNews International

There are several ways to save money on business class flights to Greece. From researching and comparing prices to taking advantage of special promotions and deals, several options are available to you.

Feb 20, 2023 Read more →

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Trip.Biz uses Travalyst Aviation Framework on emissions reporting to give corporate clients clarity on flight emissions - TravelDailyNews International

Trip.com Group is a Founding Partner of Travalyst, the not-for-profit sustainable travel coalition, founded by Prince Harry, The Duke of Sussex.

Feb 20, 2023 Read more →

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Spirit's Valentine's Day Sale Has $44 Flights Until Tomorrow

Spirit Airlines is getting into the loving spirit with a Valentine’s Day sale that has flights starting as low as $44 each way.

Feb 19, 2023 Read more →

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Video: Flight Centre on how its acquisition strategy helps drive innovation | PhocusWire

Flight Centre Travel Group chief experience officer John Morhous explains how the company’s strategic acquisitions help it create innovative products that meet the needs of its customers.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Flight Centre Travel Group to acquire Scott Dunn to tap luxury markets | PhocusWire

Founded in 1986, Scott Dunn has 200 full-time employees, and its two main markets are the United Kingdom and the United States, with a small presence in Asia.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Flights canceled: 1,800 cancellations Tuesday due to weather | CNN Travel

More than 1,800 flights were canceled and many more delayed on Tuesday as a brutal ice storm continued to hit parts of the South and central United States, bringing a second day of transport problems.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Flight cancellations and delays continue into Wednesday | CNN Travel

Ongoing winter weather situations across the US continue to cause flight disruptions, with 2,000 flights already canceled for Wednesday.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Hundreds of flights canceled at Denver airport because of winter storm | CNN Travel

Hundreds of flights have been canceled Wednesday at Denver International Airport (DIA) as a winter storm sweeps across the Rocky Mountain region, according to data from FlightAware.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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About 1,000 US flights canceled as winter weather snarls travel | CNN Travel

Winter weather bearing down on a wide swath of the United States has led to thousands of flights being delayed or canceled.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Amsterdam to Venice by train: The best places to stop along the way and what to see | Euronews

If you want to try out slow travel, we've got the perfect itinerary all planned out for you.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Hong Kong flights: 500,000 free airline tickets up for grabs from March in bid to boost tourism | Euronews

The border with mainland China will also be fully reopened from next week.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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This Qatar Airways Sale Has Discounted Flights From the U.S. to Dubai, Cairo, and More

Qatar Airways's latest sale has discounts on both economy and business class flights.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Netflix Is Paying Up to $385,000 for an Experienced Flight Attendant to Work on Its Private Plane

Netflix is currently looking for a flight attendant to work on its private plane.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Airlines Issue Flight Waivers As Winter Storm Kassandra Brings Major Snowfall Across the U.S.

Winter Storm Kassandra has caused airlines including JetBlue, Southwest, and Delta to issue travel alerts as snow falls across the country.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Breeze's February Sale Has Flights Starting at Just $29

Low-cost carrier Breeze Airways wants to help travelers get out and experience adventure with a February sale that has flights starting as low as $29.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Frontier Airlines Launches Summer-only Unlimited Pass

Frontier Airlines just launched an unlimited pass for the summer, allowing travelers to fly anywhere the carrier goes however many times they want.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Delta Amex Cardholders Now Receive a 15% Discount on Award Flights

Travelers who hold the Delta SkyMiles Gold, Platinum, and Reserve Consumer and Business American Express credit cards will now automatically receive 15% discounts on award flights paid for with SkyMiles.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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JetBlue's $49 Flight Sale Is for Today Only

JetBlue is turning 23 and is celebrating with huge savings, starting with $49 flights.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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This Airline Is Discontinuing In-flight Sales of Cosmetics and More — and Selling Them at 40% Off Right Now

Finnair to Sell Inflight Products Like Cosmetics, More, for 40% Off Until Supplies Last

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Low-cost Icelandic Airline Play Is Offering 20% Off Flights to Europe

Low-cost Icelandic airline Play wants to help travelers go on a romantic getaway to Europe in time for Valentine’s Day by offering 20 percent off flights.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Delta Is Making It Easier to Travel to South America With These New Routes

Delta service to Buenos Aires and Rio de Janeiro is slated to begin later this year.

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →

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Breeze Airways’ Latest Sale Has Flights Starting at Just $29

Breeze Airways Is Putting Flights on Sale Starting at Just $29 for February and March

Feb 12, 2023 Read more →